Hyundai Elantra 2026 vs Changan Eado Plus 2026
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Changan Eado Plus — best value, most powerful, longest warranty
The true 5-year cost estimate
Hyundai Elantra 2026 costs about 3,802 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Hyundai Elantra 2026 | Changan Eado Plus 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 62,385 SAR (1,040 SAR per month) | 66,188 SAR (1,103 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 2,295 SAR | 2,795 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 1,564 SAR – 3,910 SAR | 1,346 SAR – 3,364 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 53,101 SAR (68%) | 37,681 SAR (56%) |
All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03
| Beseyat Score /100 | 65 | 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 78,200 SAR – 115,000 SAR | 67,275 SAR – 80,500 SAR |
| Used market price | 60,000 – 85,500 SAR (2025) | — |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 123 hp | 158 hp |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 11.6 s | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 195 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Transmission | CVT | Dual-clutch (DCT) · 7 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 19.0 km/L | 15.6 km/L |
| Tank capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,730 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Boot capacity | 474 L | 450 L |
| Weight | 1,255 kg | 1,320 kg |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP rating | — | — |
| ADAS systems | 4
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 200,000 km |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Hyundai Elantra 2026 or Changan Eado Plus 2026?
Changan Eado Plus 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 67,275 SAR versus 78,200 SAR for Hyundai Elantra 2026 — a difference of about 10,925 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Hyundai Elantra 2026 costs roughly 2,295 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 2,795 SAR for Changan Eado Plus 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).
Roughly how much is the insurance premium?
Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Hyundai Elantra 2026 between 1,564 SAR and 3,910 SAR, and Changan Eado Plus 2026 between 1,346 SAR and 3,364 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Changan Eado Plus 2026 scores 67/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 65/100 for Hyundai Elantra 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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